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No, not my partner in crime, but our ol' friend and favorite whipping boy, Juan Pierre, also known in some circles as Slappy, or Herbert! After expecting to be out 4-6 weeks, Dylan Hernandez provides us with the following passage:
Manager Joe Torre said that Pierre, who was expected to be out for six weeks, could be activated during the Dodgers' upcoming series at Dodger Stadium against Washington, perhaps as early as Saturday.
Now keep in mind the following: despite the fact that he's become one of our favorite whipping boys here at MSTI, it'd actually be better for the team if he came back. Yes, that's right: I am looking forward to the return of Juan Pierre.
However!… provided the following conditions are met:
1. His return gives Andruw Jones a long overdue trip to the bench.
2. He hits 8th.
To elaborate: Pierre, for all his flaws, and there are many, is still much better than Jones, and, therefore, deserves to start over him. No problem, there. And even if he doesn't do well, I could deal with him hitting eighth, as opposed to his customary leadoff position, where he'd get the most at-bats.
Two problems, though. First off, according to Tony Jackson, Torre doesn't seem ready to write off Jones, who continues on his monumental quest to have the worst offensive season in history, as we head into August. Perhaps this is just fluff until Pierre gets back, but that's the official stance, as of now.
Diamond Leung provides us with the second problem:
"He doesn't give us the power that Kemp gives us, but he knows how to lead off," Torre said of Pierre.
O.K., let's define what a leadoff hitter is supposed to do. A leadoff hitter is supposed to get on base, so he can score when the big bats (3-4-5) drive him in. So, what does this tell us? That on base percentage is very important in a leadoff hitter.
In the 79 AB's that Matt Kemp has had in the leadoff spot, he's hitting .316/.393/.532, .925 OPS, with 3 HR's, and also currently sporting a nice 11 game hitting streak. So, lookie here…
Juan Pierre in the leadoff spot (207 AB's):
.256/.294/.290, .584 OPS, 0 HR's.
If Pierre's numbers in the leadoff spot show that he "knows how to leadoff," then what the hell do Kemp's numbers show? And even if you want to throw out the argument that Pierre is fast, and that speed is a necessity for a leadoff hitter (which I don't believe, but that's another argument), it doesn't really mean all that much when the guy he's going to replace in the leadoff spot has 22 SB's, which ranks him 2nd on the team (behind Pierre's 35), and is stealing bases at an acceptable rate of 78%. So, he can hit for a higher average, far more power, he can get on base, and is also successful this season at Pierre's lone virtue, running. But, no, give the most at-bats to the guy who can't do any of that, except the last one.
Could Joe Torre be anymore of a schmuck?
Oh wait… I think he can:
"Hopefully the stuff he gained while batting leadoff will help him confidence-wise," Torre said of Kemp.
Yes, because who doesn't feel confident when, after being successful in a role, they're moved down in the order to make room for a person who is a below average player? Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that Matt Kemp hitting leadoff is his calling, it's not, but he's having great success there, this year, and it's utterly absurd to take him out of that spot and take away some at-bats from him for someone who flat out sucks in that role and then hope that this move will boost his confidence. Maybe Pierre's, but I'm hardpressed to come up with a reason on why this is good for Kemp. I'm also not saying that he's going to fall into a spiral because of this, he's not, but it's more the absurdity of sticking Pierre back at the top and insisting he does such a good job that's so annoying. Imagine if Joe Torre was the manager of… say, other things:
"Vin, MSTI, I like your writing, I really do, but when I think of writing, I think of hard workers like Murray Chass(hole?), T.J. Simers, Bill Plaschke. They showed up to their jobs every day and early. So, they're going to start writing more of the articles on this site; just don't tell Murray that it's a blog. Feel good?"
Dodgers' Broadcasting:
"Vin, we think you're a fine broadcaster who has had some great moments. But we really like Charley Steiner and he KNOWS how to broadcast, and has an impeccable knack at reading flyballs. So he's going to start broadcasting all the innings from the 4th until the end of the game on TV, as well. Does this make you feel confident?"
The Lakers:
"Kobe, yes, you're arguably the NBA's greatest player… but we're going to start giving Luke Walton more shots. I like his body language and he knows how to shoot. We hope this helps you."
The Beatles:
"Hey Paul, I've had this feeling and hunch lately that, while you write good songs, songs that have topped the charts and adored by millions, we're going to start giving Ringo the most opportunities to write. Yeah, "Yesterday" was good, but Ringo knows how to WRITE!! We hope this boosts your confidence."
James Brown:
"James, we think you're great, but we're going to start giving Maceo more leads. He can SING!! Feel good? I knew that you would!"
ARGH!! In any event, hopefully a sweep of Washington will make me feel better after the last two games. The pitching has been atrocious coming out of the break. How strange: if not for the offense, of all things, we could have very well finished a 3-3 road trip 1-5 or 0-6. At least we're out of Denver and hopefully some home cooking will be just what the doctor ordered.
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A colorectal polyp is a growth on the lining of the colon or rectum.
Intestinal polyps; Polyps - colorectal; Adenomatous polyps; Hyperplastic polyps; Villous adenomas
There are usually no symptoms. When present, symptoms may include:
Colorectal polyps should be removed because some can develop into cancer. In most cases, the polyps may be removed during a colonoscopy.
People over age 50 should consider having a colonoscopy or other screening test. Regular colonoscopy helps prevent colon cancer because polyps can be removed before they become cancerous. People with a family history of colon cancer or colon polyps may need to be screened at an earlier age.
For people with adenomatous polyps, new polyps can appear in the future. Follow-up colonoscopy is usually recommended 1 to 10 years later, depending on the:
Rarely, the health care provider may recommend a colectomy (removing part of the colon) if polyps are very likely to become cancerous.
The outlook for people with colorectal polyps is excellent if the polyps are removed. Polyps that are left behind can develop into cancer over time.
Polyps can cause bleeding. Over time, some polyps can develop into cancers.
Call your health care provider if you have:
To reduce your risk of developing polyps:
Colonoscopy prevents colon cancer by removing polyps before they can become cancer. People over age 50 should consider having a colonoscopy or other screening test. This may reduce the odds of developing colon cancer, or at least help catch it in its most treatable stage. Those with a family history of colon cancer or colon polyps may need to be screened at an earlier age.
Taking aspirin or similar medicines may help reduce your risk for new polpys. However, these medicines can have serious side effects if you take them for a long time. Side effects include bleeding from your stomach or colon and heart disease. Talk with your doctor before taking these medicines.
Burt RW, Barthel JS, Dunn KB, et al. NCCN clinical practice guidelines in oncology. Colorectal cancer screening. J Natl Compr Canc Netw. 2010 Jan;8(1):8-61.
Cooper K, Squires H, Carroll C, et al. Chemoprevention of colorectal cancer: systematic review and economic evaluation. Health Technol Assess. 2010 Jun;14(32):1-206.
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Dogs may be a man's best friend, but boy can they be expensive sometimes. Factors which contribute towards the overall price tag of certain dogs can range from breed purity, overall rarity or whether they are the offspring of a prize-winning pooch. In our culture of celebrity worship, if a popular icon is photographed with a certain dog – that breed will indeed increase drastically in price overnight. Here is a list of the most expensive dog breeds.
Tibetan Mastiff – $3000
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One of the most expensive dogs ever sold was a Tibetan Mastiff named Big Splash, who was sold for around one and a half million dollars. The Mastiff is dog with a loyal and calm mentality; often known as the gentle giant of the dog world.
Chow Chow – $4000
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No, Chow Chow is not a dog food but a thoroughly cute-looking breed. The Chow Chows are known to be one of the oldest breeds of dogs, dating back 4,000 years. However – be careful, for if you do not train this dog properly you will have 70 pounds worth of problem on your hands.
Samoyed – $5000
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The pure breed Samoyed dogs can carry a hefty price over around $10,000. However with such good characteristics, these dogs are heavily sought after. Also, it looks like they are smiling a lot of the time due to their black lips that curl upwards at the side of their mouths.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi – $1000
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The most famous this about this breed of dog is that the English Royalty own a number of them, and has done so for around seven decades. Legend has it that these tiny dogs were ridden by fairies (according to folklore). Unfortunately when you buy one, the fairy is not included.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – $1000
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This breed of dog is infamous for being great pets for people undergoing therapy due to their calm, sweet, gentle yet outgoing nature; apart from being completely adorable. No wonder they are fit for a King!
Rottweiler – $3000
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You may think that Rottweilers are the dogs from hell, but you would be wrong. Rottweilers are some of the smartest dogs you can have and make extremely loyal pets.
Lowchen – $6000
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The English translation from the German name Lowchen is 'Little Lion' due to its physical apperance and personality. Even though the Lowchen is small, people remark it has the heart of a lion.
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African archival material and Rhodesian Ridgebacks
This is a discussion on African archival material and Rhodesian Ridgebacks within the Hunting Africa forums, part of the HUNT AFRICA category; Hello to all, I have just joined up. My interest is not so much in hunting, but in the history ...
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Hello to all, I have just joined up. My interest is not so much in hunting, but in the history of the Rhodesian Ridgeback. I used to live in Zimbabwe where I bred, showed and judged this breed. I became fascinated in the history of the breed, and collected a lot of material. In 2000 we left Zimbabwe and came to live in Queensland in Australia (with our family, dogs and all my historical material!). In 2004 I published a book entitled "Rhodesian Ridgeback Pioneers" which told of the early days of the breed - the owners, breeders and the dogs themselves. However, my research has continued since then.
Later this year I am giving a presentation at the Rhodesian Ridgeback World Congress to be held in Canada - I will be talking about some of the Ridgebacks who left Southern Rhodesia in the 1920's and 30's and made their way to England. A small breeding group went to Kenya in the 1920's where a professional hunter named Sydney Waller bred them for some years. Many of his were exported to Britain and other parts of the world.
Waller died in Tsavo in the 1950's and he was probably best remembered for his role in leading HRH Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester's safari in 1928. He also had a lead role in the filming of the early movie "Trader Horn" in 1929
I have been asked to provide as many images of possible for my presentation in Canada. I am focussing quite heavily on the theme "Safari" as it was those English clients who took hunting safaris in the 20's and 30's who took back Ridgebacks with them to their home countries. If anybody can assist me with pictures of the following, I would be most grateful, and of course you would be acknowledged. The timeframe is up to about 1940.
Pictures of Sydney Waller or anecdotes about him
early pictures of Rhodesian Ridgebacks or stories/anecdotes about them
pictures of safari life - from the most sumptuous to the barest minimum
pictures of HRH Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester on safari 1928
any "movie" footage of any of the above
I appreciate any assistance or suggestions received.
With kind regards,
Linda at ridgebackhistory
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The Tennessee Department of Education, in its efforts to best prepare young children for lifelong learning, is proud to offer various initiatives at the preschool level. The Division of School Readiness and Early Learning oversees many of these programs, which follow the Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards, or TN-ELDS.
Voluntary Pre-K education is available for 4-year-olds, particularly those from at-risk populations. Voluntary Pre-K programs offer at least 5 ½ hours of instruction each weekday. Tennessee's Early Intervention System, or TEIS, supports families with children under age three who have disabilities or developmental delays.
Additionally, the Tennessee Head Start State Collaboration Office works to educate 3-and 4-old children in the federal initiative through dozens of Head Start programs across the state.
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Most, if not all, of the many posts I've written about the demographic difficulties facing the Republican Party have focused mainly on America's growing minority population.
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End-stage kidney disease is the complete or almost complete failure of the kidneys to work. The kidneys remove waste and excess water from the body.
End-stage kidney disease (ESRD) is when the kidneys are no longer able to work at a level needed for day-to-day life.
The most common causes of ESRD in the U.S. are diabetes and high blood pressure. These conditions can affect your kidneys.
ESRD almost always comes after chronic kidney disease. The kidneys may slowly stop working over 10 - 20 years before end-stage disease results.
Symptoms may include:
Other symptoms may include:
Your health care provider will perform a physical exam and order blood tests. Most people with this condition have high blood pressure.
Patients with end-stage kidney disease will make much less urine, or urine production may stop.
End-stage kidney disease changes the results of many tests. Patients receiving dialysis will need these and other tests done often:
This disease may also change the results of the following tests:
Dialysis or kidney transplantation is the only treatment for this condition.
For more information on these treatments, see:
Your doctor may also put you on medicine to control your blood pressure.
You may need to make changes in your diet.
For more information, see: Diet and chronic kidney disease
Other treatment depends on your symptoms but may include:
You should be up-to-date on important vaccinations, including:
See: Kidney disease support group
End-stage kidney disease leads to death if you do not have dialysis or a kidney transplant. However, both of these treatments can have risks. The outcome is different for each person.
Treatment of chronic kidney disease may delay or prevent progression to ESRD. Some cases may not be preventable.
Renal failure - end stage; Kidney failure - end stage; ESRD
Himmelfarb J, Ikizler TA. Hemodialysis. N Engl J Med. 2010 Nov 4;363(19):1833-45. Review. PubMed PMID: 21047227.
Tonelli M, Pannu N, Manns B. Oral phosphate binders in patients with kidney failure. N Engl J Med. 2010 Apr 8;362(14):1312-24.
Abboud H, Henrich WL. Clinical practice. Stage IV chronic kidney disease. NEngl J Med. 2010 Jan 7;362(1):56-65.
KDOQI. KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline and Clinical Practice Recommendations for anemia in chronic kidney disease: 2007 update of hemoglobin target. Am J Kidney Dis. 2007;50:471-530.
KDOQI: National Kidney Foundation. II. Clinical practice guidelines and clinical practice recommendations for anemia in chronic kidney disease in adults. Am J Kidney Dis. 2006;47(5 Suppl 3):S16-S85.
Palmer SC, Navaneethan SD, Craig JC, Johnson DW, Tonelli M, Garg AX, et al. Meta-analysis: erythropoiesis-stimulating agents in patients with chronic kidney disease. Ann Intern Med. 2010;153:23-33.
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Bel Fuse, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets a broad array of magnetic, modules and circuit protection devices and interconnect products. These products are designed to protect, regulate, connect, isolate or manage a variety of electronic circuits. Its products are primarily used in the networking, telecommunications, computing, military and aerospace and transportation industries. The company's portfolio of products also finds application in the automotive, medical and consumer electronics markets. Bel Fuse operates business through three geographic segments: North America, Asia and Europe. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ.


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As an adult, I can honestly say that I could not imagine one day without my Dad. He has been there for me through everyday of my life, through the good..and well, the not so good. I speak to him everyday on the phone when he is not staying with me the every other month he drives up from southern MO. (retired) to visit. I am truly blessed. However, this is not why my Dad is the greatest. My Dad is the greatest because not only is he always positive, encouraging, and inspiring, but is the best Grandpa to my 5 children. He doesn't spend tons of cash, he isn't materialistic. He makes memories with them they can cherish and hold on to for years to come. Whether it's fishing, hiking, hunting, conversation, or just going for a ride in Grandpa Joe's "big, red truck", their faces light up at the sound of his name. It is the most amazing sight as a parent. Words cannot begin to describe the selfless, truly awesome man he is. I am a better person because of him. My children are better people because of him. I wish everyone could know and feel the love of a devoted father and grandfather. It is a great feeling!!
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Clark Art Institute Receives Grant to Extend Educational Project into Pittsfield Schools
For Immediate Release
May 09, 2003
WILLIAMSTOWN, MA - The Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute has received a grant from Berkshire Life Insurance Company of America in support of its education outreach program. The grant will allow the Clark to extend a pilot program begun earlier this year in the North Adams public schools into middle schools and high schools in Pittsfield.
"We are delighted that we are able to expand this new program into Pittsfield, thanks to the generous support of Berkshire Life," said Michael Conforti, director of the Clark. "Through our educational outreach programs we introduce the museum to the visitors of the future as well as provide a valuable resource to the schools in our community."
The project fosters direct encounters with works of art in the Clark collection. Students in middle and high schools will participate in extended series of visits to the Clark throughout the school year, putting the art on view into the context of today's world. Clark curator of education Michael Cassin and Breta Yvars, assistant curator of education, work with teachers to develop cross-curricular content, including both classroom and museum components, in areas such as creative writing, history, literature, language, and science. The program also provides for student work being collected and perhaps eventually published on the Clark's website to serve as an educational resource in the future.
The first groups of the pilot program, English classes from Drury High School in North Adams, visited the Clark in October and March. The North Adams portion of the program is funded in part by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation's James and Robert Hardman Fund for North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, and Stamford.
The education department of the Clark Art Institute annually serves more than 9000 students from schools throughout Massachusetts, Vermont, and New York State. In addition to free admission and talks, many schools take advantage of the Clark's transportation subsidy program. The Institute will pay bus transportation costs for any school group that can travel to the Clark and back in one day. Educators interested in participating should contact the Education Department at 413-458-2303, extension 363. Sample video clips of different tours are available online at www.clarkart.edu/education/.


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The Healthy Families Massachusetts home visiting program is developing a comprehensive data strategy that includes both home visiting program data and independent, rigorous evaluation.
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Nitrogen is the worst pollutant of our oceans. In Florida's Indian River Lagoon, it is making dolphins sick by turning the water into a toxic soup every summer. A population of bottle-nosed dolphins swims their entire lives in Indian River Lagoon. The dolphin population outside the Lagoon shows less signs of stress with significantly less skin-eating fungal infections. For a number of summers more than 40 Lagoon dolphins have died when nitrogen and chlorophyll levels are highest. The most recent scientific studies found more than 50 percent of them are ill and that they live, on average, only half as long as their free-ranging kin out in the Atlantic. Toxic green algae-slime is causing fish kills, destroying sea grass beds, creating ocean dead zones, and making dolphins suffer. This is why we are asking our global community to support this local project.
The most dolphin deaths were in Martin County. The Ocean River Institute worked here with local residents and the County Commissioners to enact a county ordinance. It took seven months to make the adjustments to behaviors of lawn owners that will result in cleaner waters, less slime on beaches and healthier dolphins. With this success, we turned our attention to the other four counties around Indian River Lagoon. Chairpersons of two county commissions followed Martin County's example, were met by fierce opposition and were defeated. Your support is needed now to get dolphin-saving stewardship enacted in the other counties.
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These German made ratcheting T-Handle tap wrenches are made with hardened parallel clamping steel jaws and chrome plating for rust resistance. The "T" handle wrench design allows greater torque and control. A tap wrench is a multi-functional tool. Use in conjunction with the screw extractors for more efficient turning, engagement, and extraction of damaged screws. They can also be used with taps for threading, cleaning threads, and reaming of drilled holes. Imported.


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+2 votes Rick Petrie › December 16, 2012
Nice to have yet another course in the Manhattan, KS area! Great use of the area they had to work with. Great for beginners & entertaining for experienced players.
Installation of PDGA approved baskets and concrete tee pads, plus tweaking a few fairways, would/will UP my rating of this course.
Installation of PDGA approved baskets and concrete tee pads, plus tweaking a few fairways, would/will UP my rating of this course.
+1 votes Alan Fox › April 14, 2013
It was a fun course hole 3 is awesome and challenging due to only having like a 5 to 10 foot landing area around the basket due to water. Baskets are a lil hard to keep a disc in but all in all I liked the course and will be back for sure!
+0 votes nick samuelson › May 4, 2013
+0 votes shaun chambers › May 13, 2013
small course with a water hazard and 11 total baskets. most shots 150-250
+0 votes Adam Johnson › May 25, 2013
Creative way to make baskets that were good for home made baskets. Very short course. This is very casual course and not made to have more than 2 groups. Pay attention if you are sharing the course. Nice elevation change, a water hole and most of the baskets were well protected. Great to take vinnie for a quick round followed by a dip in the city pool.
+0 votes Rob Barber › July 18, 2013
+0 votes Dustin Harrison › October 7, 2013
Wholes are pretty short & baskets are home-made but a fun little 9 hole course with a few obstacles here & there. There are 2 alternate baskets, 1 for 4 and 1 for 5 but you can't see them from where you tee off at and no platform tees just grass
+0 votes Shawn Samuelson › April 21, 2014
Short but fun it needs better baskets and needs to grow


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Galore by Michael Crummey
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When a whale beaches itself on the shore of the remote coastal town of Paradise Deep, the last thing any of the townspeople expect to find inside it is a man, silent and reeking of fish, but remarkably alive. The discovery of this mysterious person, soon christened Judah, sets the town scrambling for answers as its most prominent citizens weigh in on whether he is man or beast, blessing or curse, miracle or demon.
Though Judah is a shocking addition, the town of Paradise Deep is already full of unusual characters. King-me Sellers, self-appointed patriarch, has it in for an inscrutable woman known only as Devine's Widow, with whom he has a decades-old feud. Her granddaughter, Mary Tryphena, is just a child when Judah washes ashore, but finds herself tied to him all her life in ways she never expects.
Galore is the story of the saga that develops between these families, full of bitterness and love, spanning two centuries.
With Paradise Deep, award-winning novelist Michael Crummey imagines a realm where the line between the everyday and the otherworldly is impossible to discern. Sprawling and intimate, stark and fantastical, Galore is a novel about the power of stories to shape and sustain us.
"... Crummey lovingly carves out the privation and inner intricacies that mark his characters' lives with folkloric embellishments and the precision of the finest scrimshaw.—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"...pitch-perfect, boisterous...Galore is an endearing romp. For the language alone—and there is so much more—I loved the book."—National Post
Michael Crummey is a poet and storyteller, and the author of the critically acclaimed novels River Thieves and The Wreckage and the short story collection Flesh and Blood. He has been nominated for the Giller Prize, the IMPAC Dublin Award, and Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize, and won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Canada for Galore. He lives in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Reading group alert—family, religion, culture, eccentric characters, and a little bit of fantasy will create a lively conversation.
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The Birthplace staff has helped women give birth to thousands of babies, but we still view every birth as unique. We work closely with you and your healthcare provider to support the choices you make in your birth plan, to ensure your experience is exceptional.
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- The doctor who cares for you throughout your pregnancy is also the doctor who will deliver your baby. Our doctors take joy in delivering their own patients' babies and are proud to fulfill that promise under most circumstances.
- You'll receive personal attention from skilled nurses and doctors. We help bring nearly 500 babies into the world each year, yet view every birth as unique. Our goal is to make sure your experience is exceptional; we'll work with you to design a birth plan tailored to your specific needs and preferences.
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- If needed, an operating room dedicated to obstetrical care is located within The Birthplace. This option keeps moms, babies and families close to each other at all times.
- To help ensure you know what to expect during labor and delivery, we offer free birthing and breastfeeding classes.
Our state-of-the-art birthing suites and dedicated operating room for C-sections and emergency procedures assure the best for you and your baby. Rooms also include free Wi-Fi so you can immediately announce your happy news.
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Photography by First Day Photo. The Birthplace at Fairview Northland Medical Center also offers professional photography services. Your baby's portraits are taken in your hospital room by a professional photographer. You will view your proofs in your room shortly after your session and have the option to purchase the digital images so you can print as many of your baby's portraits as you'd like, in whatever size and quantity you need.
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Join us at The Birthplace at Fairview Northland Medical Center for a night of education and fun. Learn more about our mother and baby services and take a tour of The Birthplace. The Birthplace care team, along with additional health care professionals, will be available to answer your questions about labor, delivery, breast feeding, massage and other services available while you are in the hospital. This event is not recommended for children.
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Shantel delivered her three children at the Birthplace
I was admitted for an induction for the birth of my third child on a Tuesday morning. When the nurse evaluated me, she asked if I was feeling any pain. I told her no, and asked her why. She told me I was having contractions on my own!
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I had geo installed in my 1903 constructed home in Iowa. The house is well insulated so this is not an issue. For a background, I have been in my house for 4 years. The first year we used what was here, a high efficiency propane furnace for heat with condensor/acoil for cooling. Heating was much more reasonable than I had ever thought and only used $800 worth of propane compared to my neighbors newer smaller home $1400. I was happy without truly knowing it. Summer on the other hand was outrageous for cooling! $250-$400 a month for cooling.
I had a professional contractor install the latest greatest geo unit after 2 summers and 1 winter in the house. I had a total flip flop, I could store meat in the house in the summer for around $70 a month, but my heating is unbelievable at $275-$400 per month, this is keeping the house at a mere 62 degrees. I am wondering the possibility and thoughts of either connecting a wood boiler system to the existing geo unit(this is a hard sell to my wife even tho I own and operate a tree service) or adding a solar water system to the geo. Also if a tank would be needed with solar or if the existing closed loop can be effecive for storage of heat. In my head this should be possible, maybe with covers for the units and valves to be opened/closed for the changing of seasons to avoid baking the family in July 105 temps.
Good and bad is I was a commercial plumber for 2 years a very long time ago, and now an artist which gives me the capability to think I can do most any of this myself. I do live in the country and out of any city annex so regulations are very minimal, but I still want things done right. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!


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2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
Debuting a few years after the start of the new millennium, the first-generation Mitsubishi Outlander was a late arrival to the small-SUV segment. Like many of its peers, it had a car-based design that had good handling and a comfortable ride on paved roads, but limited off-road capability. With so many competitors, Mitsubishi tried to set the Outlander apart with distinctive styling and a sporty demeanor.
Compared to popular models from Honda and Toyota, however, the older Outlander models offered less interior space, and their breathless four-cylinder engines failed to live up to Mitsubishi's sporting image.
These problems were addressed in the larger second-generation Mitsubishi Outlander, which gained a third-row seat option and an available V6 engine. Even so, the Outlander still lives in the shadows of its more successful contemporaries, whose reputations for overall quality and reliability are well-known to consumers. In spite of its lower profile, the second-generation Outlander is a competitive small SUV. It has the available all-wheel-drive system, high driving position and versatile cargo space consumers have come to expect in this segment, and sets itself apart with distinctive styling, advanced technology and a lively personality.
The 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander compact crossover SUV is offered in three trim levels - base ES, midgrade SE and luxury-themed XLS - with power provided by either a 2.4-liter four-cylinder (168 horsepower), or a 3.0-liter V6 (220 hp). Four-cylinder Outlanders are outfitted with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), while six-cylinder models feature a six-speed automatic with manual shift mode.
The ES comes with the basics, including full power accessories, a CD player and a lot of safety features. The SE adds 18-inch wheels, keyless ignition and entry, sport seats, a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate stereo and satellite radio. Step up to the XLS and you'll get a third-row seat, automatic climate control, a six-CD changer, sliding second-row seats and Bluetooth. Other feature highlights, depending on trim level, include a back-up camera and a navigation system with a 40GB hard drive to store music files.
Outlanders come with either front-wheel drive or AWD. Notably, the advanced AWD system has three settings, including a fuel-saving two-wheel-drive mode, an all-weather four-wheel-drive Auto mode and a 4WD Lock mode, which locks the front and rear axles together for maximum traction in extreme conditions.
The 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has its energetic V6 engine as well as its family-friendly design and moderately sporty handling. Negatives include a ride quality that may be too stiff for some and interior controls that still lack the solidity of the switchgear in Honda and Toyota offerings. Overall, buyers seeking value, style and fun-to-drive characteristics in a package that doesn't sacrifice daily usability will find the Mitsubishi Outlander a solid contender.


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Punch on: Open thread 14/12/2012
It's that time of year again - list time! Yesterday we had the annual 'most unusual baby names' list. There are some crackers on there.
Cobain's pretty cool, in a 90s kind of way… then there's Joshitha. For a girl. Way to let her know you were hoping for a boy…
What's your favourite? Oh, and bonus points to first person who claims they actually know a L-A. What else is on your mind?
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TimB says:
Whoever gets landed with the name 'Leeloo'must incorporate the terms 'Multipass' and 'Big bada boom' into their vocabulary for regular usage, or else life is wasted on them.
hammy says:
2DayFM try to make themselves the victims,no surprise there. One would think it would be better to keep your head down.
gobsmack says:
"Tory" is a strange name for a girl.
Mind you, people thought my parents were strange naming me "gobsmack".
Gregg says:
I imagine Jo-shit-ha could be in for a lot of pooey playground english in her younger years.
Meanwhile we are off on more solar trikes with training wheels it seems.
Like first of all, do we really think Australian Universities can do much more than sneeze with $83M and the good thing is the government is not throwing more at such a wasteful exercise.
There are no end of manufacturers abroad who are likely pouring hundreds of millions$$$ if not billions into PV development to claim the latest and greatest designs and then as for aiming mirrors at water towers or tubes to heat salt baths, there has also been a number of developments in that direction for more than quite a few years, all with limited success.
The answer may not necessarily be blowing in the wind either but it is just as surely that solar anything will never be anything but a fringe generator with limited benefits and quite a few problems for the many who will be paying for the subsidies
And then at the end of the day, even with a remarkable research brakthrough if it came, where do you reckon any manufacturing would occur!
Perhaps this move could be called Laboring Joshityes.
ronny jonny says:
Julias' National Health reforms are failing, what a surprise. Targets won't be met. Nyuck, nyuck, nyuck, another fine mess…
Tony of Poorakistan says:
We need this. That is all.
sunny says:
It was only a matter of time until someone called their kid California. Won't be too long before we see Arkansas ..who will throughout his/her life be always correcting the pronunciation "Um it's actually pronounced Arkansaw - look just call me Arky"
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Change the record.
I've been busy with work leading up to xmas so haven't had the time to post much, but have read the comments on the Open Thread after closing.
The Political scene on the Punch lately seems to me is all about "my view" is the right one… It seems Punchers, (and I'll name a few… PJ(Babylon), Dash, iansand , Tim, TimB and more) all have their own views, which going by them are the only relevant views, and that they post, and post, and post as if the more they post the more relevance it will have.
I'm sorry guys but it doesn't, to go on and on about one subject is both tedious, and boring, and although it generates comments is so repetitive that most (me included) will just scroll thru' them treating them as "Ho-hum that again", and you then complain about comments not being posted, well maybe the Mods get sick off reading the same crap over and over (I know I do and I'm not moderating).
To say Gillard wrecked marriages is just wrong as it takes 2 to tango. To accuse Gillard of fraud re the AWU scandal before it's investigated is wrong. For Gillard to accuse Abbott of (misogyny in Parliament) was also wrong as she won't repeat the comments outside off Parliamentary privilege. Let's wait and see any wrong doing investigated by the the authorities before making judgment on all claims, then, and only then can one or the other say NahNahNahNah.
There are others on this Forum that although they will comment (better name them too, TheRealDave, sunny, Philosopher, and more) on Political subjects, can still see the relevance off other postings and add to that thread.
hammy says:
Leaving Labor's decade of reign behind and dragging them out of the 50's
Knemon says:
My dear old mother used to tell me she worked for a Mr S H Bridge, you guessed it, his initials stood for Sidney Harbour…poor bloke.
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I knew nothing. I had no specific knowledge. Here's a shit sandwich, there is no Shit in it. That's not shit. It smells and tastes like it and came out of animal but I'm telling you it's not!
pa_kelvin says:
Hey Mouse… Is it this Monday for your op???
ma_k and I will be thinking of you and hope all go's well.
Dont forget to take your laptop to Punch while your recuperating..
Smiley faces for Mouse…
David V. says:
Japan goes to the polls this weekend, and a shift to the Right is a given. The fact that Japanese hawkishness and nationalism is returning is a good thing, because it will annoy the Left here greatly! Tee hee.
pa_kelvin says:
Isn't science wonderfull http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/are-faecal-transplants-the-way-of-the-future/story-e6freuy9-1226536813888
Gordon says:
My son graduated today…very proud of him. Hope everyone has a fabulous day. May all your posts go unmoderated.
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Cut the budget of Victoria Legal Aid if they have money to waste on cases like this:
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While most of the schools in the county play each other at some point in the season, or at least scout non-opponents, Anniston has become an odd man out, and the county tournament, which starts tomorrow and runs through next Saturday, typically provides the Bulldogs' first chance to play nearly any county school.
But there are exceptions.
Jacksonville scheduled the Bulldogs this season and Piedmont scheduled Anniston last season. Past that, the county tournament is the only way Anniston has seen the other schools.
Needless to say, the lack of county interest has created a slight frustration for Anniston.
"I like to play county teams based off of building rivalries and doing well financially by bringing a big fanbase in," Anniston girls coach Eddie Bullock said. "But the only teams to play us recently are Piedmont and Jacksonville, but, of course, we cross over with Jacksonville and Alexandria in the sub-regional game. Other than that, no one will play us and I really don't know why."
One possible reason teams prefer to not play Anniston is because the Bulldogs are so successful on the court.
Looking at the Calhoun County tournament alone, the Anniston boys have won it 18 times and played in the championship another 11 times since 1952 — both being more than any other school. The girls have won the tournament 13 times dating back to 1979 and have played for the championship another six times, which also ranks first of any school.
"We're hoping to fair well this year," Anniston boys coach Schuessler Ware said. "You're always hoping to do well locally and in that tournament, but the hardest part is being able to stay focused. We're having some problems right now as far as keeping kids on track. We may not have everything in place and we're missing a few players, but if some of the other fellows would come through then we'll be fine. At this point in the season you need everybody on the tab."
Even with the boys (12-5) facing adversity, the team has shined. Anniston's schedule is loaded with teams from Class 6A and 5A, and earlier in the season the boys team defeated Class 5A Parker, which was No. 1 at the time.
"We tried to schedule Wenonah, too, but it didn't work out," Ware said. "I want to play them for the experience. That's what the county schools don't understand.
"I guess that's another case of people being worried about their record. It's not like I have some 7-footers up here. I have the same kids as anyone else has. A record doesn't mean anything if you aren't prepared for the postseason. The thing is you want to get in the fire because it definitely doesn't look good winning all those games if you can't advance."
Forward Qua Frazier said the competitive schedule has helped the team gain confidence, so much that he's looking more forward to possibly getting the Bulldogs to the Final 48 in Birmingham more than the county tournament.
"I don't really think any team around here can beat us," Frazier said. "We're going to take it to every team we play in county since a lot of people think we aren't as good as we are. We're just focused and ready to play anybody."
While Frazier said the second-seeded boys don't think about last season's second-round loss to Weaver much, girls star Quanetria Bolton said the loss to Jacksonville in last year's championship has put a chip on the top-seeded Bulldogs' shoulders.
The chip comes along with Class 4A sixth-ranked Anniston (13-5) having already defeated Jacksonville 58-39 earlier this year, which Bolton said was "the best part of the season thus far."
"I feel like we have something to prove because everyone has their own opinion since most fans haven't seen us," she added. "We're treating this as a regional game since we don't know much about any teams. Since we haven't seen anyone except Jacksonville, I feel like the tournament will be pretty great."
The Calhoun County tournaments begin Saturday with the Oxford boys and White Plains playing at 10:30 a.m. The Anniston boys play in the first round on Tuesday at 7 p.m. against Wellborn. The girls received a bye for the first round and play the winner of Jacksonville Christian and Ohatchee at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. All games are played at Jacksonville State's Pete Mathews Coliseum.
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Most HORRIBLE experience in my life – I moved to California in October. I used to do karaoke in my home state with a DJ and his wife for 5+ years, so I know how karaoke works and is supposed to be like. I went to Sardo's because a friend recommended it, saying it was fun and that is was a good time. Boy was she wrong! We (my boyfriend and I) got there about 8 pm because we wanted to order dinner. All but TWO booths and the barstools were reserved-they should've just shut down for the parties only. Well, we couldn't order food until 830-845ish. That's fine. So we ordered a diet coke and sprite. The people for the parties started coming in and had balloons-fine, whatever. All night all you heard was balloons popping (obviously the parties were for 12 year olds). The DJ couldn't keep a rotation right and was really RUDE!!!! A person got to sing TWICE before I did-and I can really sing! So I ask the waitress (who was the only good thing about this experience) for my tab. My tab was $90.00!!!! I thought maybe it was wrong, then I started reading the bill. For a 10 oz. (maybe, if even that) glass of Diet Coke I got charged $4 for every one of them! An alcoholic drink I ordered was the same price! This place is horrible-overpriced drinks, bad sound system (a couple with two regular sized speakers sounds better than Sardo's), over fire code for amount of people, just everything! I will NEVER return to Sardo's and I hope the SOB gets shut down for his bad, horrible, horrendous business practices!!!! He doesn't deserve to own a business!!!!
Sardo's has THE worst service – Aside from the owner being rude AND pushy, the waitresses can't take an order right, deliver it right, or within 25 minutes. The food is under cooked, short in supply, and takes 30 minutes.When you ask for a check, that's another 30 minutes. And that is on Family Night. Even my 4 year old asked why the old guy was so mean.
Don't waste your time, money, or voice.
No go for Karaoke at Sardo's – We decided to give Sardo's a shot since we love to karaoke and Sardo's was not the place to be. The karaoke was super loud and at times we could not understand what was being sung. We were there from 10pm until close to 1am and did not get to sing one song! the DJ did a poor job mixing the requests and I should also add that the drinks did not have any liquor in them and they were pretty expensive. The waitress was not the friendliest- just the whole experience from waiting to sing one song, to the drinks being watered down to the service, not a go for these karaoke singers.
Way better Karaoke "Live Band Karaoke"
"Live Band Karaoke" is currently being performed weekly in the San Fernando Valley by the Top 40 cover band O FeeL YA every Sunday night at The Studio Suite located at 4823 Whitsett Av. Studio City Ca. 91423 (818) 753-8297
And at Paladino's located at 6101 Reseda Blvd. Tarzana, corner of Oxnard CA 91335 (818) 342-1563
packed, packed, packed, slow singing rotation – this place gets really packed on tuesdays (yes, like sardines!!). the hostess is not nice to everybody. i went there and waited for an hour and fifteen minutes to sing- she NEVER called my name (so i took off!!), but I saw at least two people "repeating." she has her preferences. this is not the first time that this happens to me there. the good thing about this place is that you see pxrn artists here on tuesdays- they come in groups and some wear "interesting" clothing. this is an interesting place if you are patient enough but I would recommend other (better) karaoke places with better accomodations, better karaoke hostesses, better rotation, and less crowded.
Great Find. – This place is was such a find. Great crowd and DJ, thousands of songs to choose from (from standards to current hits), and a really great atmosphere. Everything's reasonably priced and the drinks are very generous. The owner/mgr Seymour made sure everyone was taken care of and having a good time. Definitely going back!
Is it true? – I heard that adult film stars, or "pornstars" frequent this place. I've only been there a couple of times and didn't see anyone. Can anyone confirm this rumor?
HOW MUCH FUN IS THIS PLACE – Love it. Love everything about it. Seymour the owner is the nicest man ever. The food Is REALLY good. Go figure. And the drinks are strong. Good fun for all!
Burbank neighborhood bar offers high-tech karaoke and sports on a large plasma screen. – In Short
Lunchtime brings studio business to this Burbank strip-mall restaurant and bar, but after-work it's strictly a locals-only crowd. Strings of football flags and stained-glass lamps dangle above roomy booths, where fans catch major sporting events on seven TVs, including one large plasma screen. Playful karaoke singers make use of the state-of-the-art system, which features over 10,000 songs from ZZ Top to Tupac. Servers use down time to practice, meaning impromptu shows on slow Sunday nights.
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